November 02, 2025 No comments
Historic AICESIS Meeting in Curaçao Marks Inspiring Conclusion of SER Presidency
CURACAO (WILLEMSTAD) – Recently, a historic event took place at the Renaissance Wind Creek Curaçao Resort: The Statutory General Assembly of the International Association of Economic and Social Councils and Similar Institutions (AICESIS). The conference brought together delegations from more than fifty countries, including policymakers and representatives of international organizations, and marked a highlight in Curaçao’s international presence within multilateral cooperation and policy dialogue. The hybrid meeting marked the conclusion of Curaçao’s presidency of AICESIS, the global organization uniting over seventy economic and social councils. After two years of intensive collaboration, diplomacy, and knowledge exchange, Curaçao officially handed over the presidency to Greece, with a heartfelt promise to continue offering support wherever needed. On October 30, the first board meeting took place, followed...
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November 01, 2025 No comments
Loekie Morales participates in Siman Ban Lesa 2025
SINT MAARTEN/CURACAO - Saturday 26 October the Biblioteka Nashonal Korsou (BNK) had its grand opening of the children book week, in Curaçao. Loekie Morales is one of the nearly 20 authors invited to this yearly Reading, Storytelling and Acting event. Some storytellers, but mainly authors, have been visiting schools and brought their written stories to life. The aim is to stimulate children to READ more, which enhances their vocabulary, their imagination, way of expressing themselves and much more. This year nearly 40 schools have been participating. Morales’ Beyond Kultura Events Foundation (BKEF) also aims to promote reading, storytelling, writing and acting among the youth. Rita Aikma, treasurer of BKEF says. “Our books and stories ignite children's imagination and curiosity, which is invaluable to...
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November 01, 2025 No comments
USM CAFY Students visit the House of Parliament as part of Social Science Program
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - On Thursday, October 30, 2025, University of St. Martin (USM) students, enrolled in the Caribbean Academic Foundation Year program (CAFY), accompanied by their instructor and faculty staff, visited the House of Parliament as part of their Social Science course. The first item on the program was a presentation by the acting Secretary General of Parliament, Mrs. Jessica Duzong-Weeks, LL.M, outlining the role and responsibilities of Parliament. This was followed by a mini quiz based on the information shared during the presentation. As is the case with most visits to Parliament, the students participated in a reenactment meeting during which they played the roles of Members of Parliament, Ministers, and Secretary General of Parliament. There were three items on...
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October 31, 2025 No comments
The Ramesh Manek End Polio Now Walkathon: A Community United for a Global Cause
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Rotary Club of Sint Maarten Mid Isle proudly hosted its annual Ramesh Manek End Polio Now Walkathon on Saturday, October 25th, in observance of World Polio Day (October 24th). The event brought together approximately 85 participants, including special guest District 7020 Governor William “Bill” Aiken, in a powerful show of solidarity to eradicate polio worldwide. Walkathon participants received commemorative End Polio Now T-shirts with their ticket purchase and were treated to a delicious local breakfast, generously sponsored by Mid Isle Rotarians. “We are deeply grateful to everyone who supported this initiative—whether by walking, donating, or volunteering,” said Rotary Project Director Yvette Hart. “Your contributions are helping us move closer to a polio-free world.” All proceeds from the walkathon...
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October 31, 2025 No comments
WITU Launches Toy and School Supplies Drive for Students Affected by Hurricane Melissa
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Windward Islands Teachers’ Union (WITU) is calling on the community to join them in a spirit of compassion and solidarity to support students and families who have been affected by Category 5 Hurricane Melissa. In response to the devastation caused by the hurricane, WITU has launched a Toy and School Supplies Drive to help children rebuild a sense of normalcy as they return to school. Many families have lost not only their homes but also the essential tools their children need to learn and play. Additionally, WITU will be reaching out to all schools to participate in a letter writing initiative, dubbed “Cheer Mail”. Students from primary and secondary school are encouraged to write letters of inspiration...
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